Title: Roller-type cosmetic applicator

Abstract: A roller-type cosmetic applicator is described featuring a cap of T-configuration adapted to fit on the outlet of a product container. The head portion of the cap has an integral cylindrical bearing element through which extends an axle having two rollers affixed at opposite ends. The axle has a reduced central portion defining a chamber between the axle and the bearing element. The chamber is in communication with the container, and, through two small openings, with the uppermost portion of the cap, where the product is delivered for distribution by the rollers. In one embodiment the reduced portion of the axle is provided with vanes comprising an impeller, which when rotated with the rollers and axle, assist dispensing of the product.

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Inventors: Duval, Ernest H. (Winthrop, MA, US)
Thompson, Harold R. (Duxbury, MA, US)

Application Number: 797001
Filing Date: 1977-05-16
Publication_date: 1979-03-13
Assignee: The Gillette Company (Boston, MA)
Primary Class(es): 401/208 401/220
Other Classes:
US Patent Ref:

2187585	Jan, 1940	Grigas	401/208.
2995083	Aug, 1961	Wright	401/208.
3104413	Sep, 1963	Nelson	401/208.
3702739	Nov, 1972	Rentfrow	401/220.
3995597	Dec, 1976	Warwick	132/112.

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Primary Examiner: McNeill, G.E.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Wise; Richard A., Slater; Mandel E.